Operation - Encore RAGE ER48FX730VL Operator's Manual

OPERATION

Although hazard control and accident prevention
are partially dependent upon the design and
configuration of the equipment, these factors are
also dependent upon the awareness, concern and
proper training of the personnel involved in the
operation, transport, maintenance and the storage
of the equipment. It is essential that all Operator
Safety Mechanisms be connected and in operating
condition prior to use for mowing.
WARNING
Operating engine parts, especially the muffler,
become extremely hot. Severe burns can occur
on contact and debris, such as leaves, grass,
brush, etc. can catch fire.

Allow engine parts, especially the muffler, to
cool before touching.

Remove accumulated debris from muffler
and engine area.
WARNING
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide,
which is an odorless deadly poison that can kill
you.
Do Not run engine indoors or in a small
confined area where dangerous carbon
monoxide fumes can collect.

Operate only in daylight or good artificial light,
keeping away from holes and hidden hazards.

Be sure all drives are in neutral and parking
brake is engaged before starting engine.

Never raise deck with blades running.

Never operate the mower with damaged
guards, shields, or covers. Always have safety
shields, guards, switches and other devices in
place and in proper working condition.

Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop
and engage parking brake:
o Before refueling
o Before dumping the grass catcher
o Before making height adjustments

Park machine on level ground. Stop engine,
wait for all moving parts to stop, remove key
and engage parking brake:
o Before checking, cleaning or working on
the mower.
o After striking a foreign object or machine
develops an abnormal vibration (inspect
machine for damage and repair before
resuming operation)
o Before clearing blockages
o Before leaving the operator position

Never mow with the discharge deflector raised,
removed or altered unless there is a grass
collection system or mulch kit in place and
working properly.

Do Not change the engine governor setting or
overspeed the engine.
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